Bucs Sign Bruce Carter; Conte Next?

Justin Pawlowski

03/11/2015

The Bucs likely found their new middle linebacker in Bruce Carter.

The Bucs got busy on day two of free agency after being very quiet as free agency opened on Tuesday. The Buccaneers signed linebacker Bruce Carter and are reportedly close to signing safety Chris Conte as well.

The athletic Carter received a 4-year deal worth $20 million. At that price, Carter is likely the Bucs new starting middle linebacker. Injuries have been a concern with Carter as he has never completed a full 16 game season during his 4-year career.

Former Bears safety Chris Conte expected to sign with Bucs. Working on contract now.

Conte dealt with concessions that ended his season early in 2014. Conte has experience in Lovie Smith's system, playing for Lovie in 2011 and 2012. Conte should battle for a starting spot with Major Wright and Bradley McDougald. Dashon Goldson is expected to be released.

Conte dealt with concessions that ended his season early in 2014. Conte has experience in Lovie Smith's system, playing for Lovie in 2011 and 2012. Conte should battle for a starting spot with Major Wright and Bradley McDougald. Dashon Goldson is expected to be released.

The Bucs got busy on day two of free agency after being very quiet as free agency opened on Tuesday. The Buccaneers signed linebacker Bruce Carter and are reportedly close to signing safety Chris Conte as well.

The athletic Carter received a 4-year deal worth $20 million. At that price, Carter is likely the Bucs new starting middle linebacker. Injuries have been a concern with Carter as he has never completed a full 16 game season during his 4-year career.

Former Bears safety Chris Conte expected to sign with Bucs. Working on contract now.

Conte dealt with concessions that ended his season early in 2014. Conte has experience in Lovie Smith's system, playing for Lovie in 2011 and 2012. Conte should battle for a starting spot with Major Wright and Bradley McDougald. Dashon Goldson is expected to be released.